If you know the Lizzie B Girls, you know that they are highly creative. This creativity is evident in many aspects of their lives but did you know that they also do a creative version of math which they call “Girl Math.” You may wonder what Girl Math is exactly. Let me give you a couple of examples. Yesterday we chose not to go to Sample Spree where we’ve been known to spend money. Girl Math says that since we didn’t spend the money at sample spree, we can spend the money the rest of the week and it’s like it’s free. Today was a very exhausting day and we were debating whether to drive again to the convention center tomorrow, or to just walk the 4 large city blocks. Beth used Girl Math to help us decide. Here is how she figured it out. $12 to park all day divided by 4 people divided by 4 blocks equals less than a dollar per block per person. Then add in the extra time we get to sleep and don’t think about the whole “save the environment/get healthy” thing, and you get the Lizzie B answer - We’re DRIVING.
Despite the fact that we are exhausted and have two people falling asleep on their feet (or in a chair in Liz’s case) it was a mostly good day. Those of you that are Facebook fans have probably gotten the update on this morning’s incident. If you aren’t a facebook friend, click here to become one (there could be prizes involved). You’ll get to see what happens behind the scenes. And as you can see by the following picture (taken by Beth on her iPhone) that there is generally at least one person using their iPhone. We’re all connected and there are funny sightings and items posted throughout the day.
Liz got a very special visit today from one Facebook friend Lynda Milligan. For those that don’t know Lynda, you can check out her website at http://www.greatamericanquilt.com. It turns out that Lynda’s husband Gene Milligan, Builder of stringed instruments & whistles, creates beautiful works of art that make music. Check out Gene’s website here http://www.genemilligan.com Lynda brought Liz a beautiful Penny Whistle that not only looks great, but has a fabulous sound. For those who didn’t know, Liz can often be found carrying a Penny Whistle in her purse and has been known to pull it out at times and play a little tune. There were some very teary eyes as Liz played a couple of tunes today. See it on YouTube or below (if I actually got it to work).
Lynda Milligan and Liz Hawkins
It’s coming up on midnight and I am so tired I can barely think. I did remember one thing though, when I did this from Houston, I told the Lizzie B girls that I am never doing this again. Duh, I’m not that bright since I’m here again.
I think Gina Halladay of the Threaded Pear and Fresh Picked Fabrics, a much brighter person than I am, had the right idea. Here she is taking a break (or posing?) on the cute rug on the floor in her booth.
As for me, I’m going to go attempt a similar pose, in a cozy bed with some big comfy pillows.
